Jason Solanki
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Wine lover since 2001! My interest in wine began while touring the factory where they printed the LCBO VINTAGES magazine.
Over time, my passion for wine grew. Now, I am highly regarded by friends and colleagues as a resource for when they need a wine for that special occasion, be it an anniversary, birthday, wedding, gatherings at home, or when they want to impress their special friend or the In-Laws.
Combining my interest in the Internet/web/computers, you can find me at https://vintagewinepicks.blogspot.com where you will find more wine reviews, events and contests.
Reviews
Barossa Valley Estate E&E Black Pepper Shiraz 2016, Barossa Valley, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$80.25
Fresh, highly aromatic, and complex nose of dark berry, blackberry, sweet spice, and earthy nuances. It's full-bodied on the palate with big tannins that are well-integrated. Lovely baking spice, dark berry, and earthy replays on the flavour profile supported by mouthwatering acidity. Well-balanced throughout with pepper spice, dark berry, and earthy notes lingering on the long finish. Tasted Nov/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Kistler Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay 2017, Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma County
California, Usa$114.95
Lovely, intense nose of mineral, pear, vanilla, and apple with great elegance. It is medium-full to full bodied on the fresh palate with very nice, balanced aroma replays. Mountain fruit showing vibrant, juicy acids. Nicely balanced throughout, with mineral notes on the long, juicy finish. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Robert Mondavi To Kalon Vineyard Reserve Fume Blanc 2015, Napa Valley, California
California, Usa$79.95
An oak aged Sauvignon Blanc, this has a fairly intense nose that has subtle oak-influenced vanilla aromas layered on top of yellow fruit, citrus, and herbs. It is medium-full bodied with a creamy, elegant mouthfeel and appealing vanilla flavoured herbal characters. Acids are fresh and vibrant, while the finish length is excellent. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Trapiche Terroir Series Finca Ambrosia Single Vineyard Malbec 2012, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$39.95
The medium-high intensity nose is elegant, refined and complex with lovely floral, violet, sweet vanillan oak, clove, blackberry and dark berry aromas. It's full-bodied on the palate with lovely aroma replays supported by structured tannins that are smooth, refined and have a velvety mouthfeel. Acids are very good and the finish length is excellent. Tasted Sept/2017.
4.5 Stars
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Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir 2018, Wo Hemel En Aarde Valley
Walker Bay, South Africa$59.95
The medium-high intensity nose seems shy, but offers dark berry, black cherry, black currant, black plum, orange rind, and limestone mineral aromas. It's medium-full bodied and quite structured with smooth, polished tannins that have some grip. Very nice aroma replays on the flavour profile, plus some blueberry and mulberry notes joining the party. A touch tart fruited on the mid-palate. Finish is long and juicy. Best after 2-3 years ageing. Tasted Nov/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Cliff Lede Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley
California, Usa$124.95
Lovely, fairly intense nose of herbs, dark and red fruits, currant, oak spice, and cassis. The full-bodied is structured and elegant with gritty tannins that have some grip, but are otherwise well-integrated. Pleasing aroma replays on the flavour profile with juicy, mouth-watering acids. Excellent length on the spiced finish. Approachable now, but should age gracefully over the next 15+ years. Tasted Oct/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Les Cailloux Châteauneuf Du Pape 2016, Ac
Rhône, France$65.95
A blend of 70% Grenache, 17% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah, and 3% Cinsault, this has appealing, fragrant aromas of dark red cherries mingle with mineral and all kinds of complex spices. The full-bodied palate had structured fruit, firm tannins, fresh acids, and flavourful with very nice aroma replays. Excellent length on the finish, if a touch warming. Enjoy over the next 10-15 years. Tasted Jan/2020. Score: 92+ pts
4.5 Stars
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Concha Y Toro Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Maipo Valley, Chile$74.95
Highly aromatic with lovely cherry, dark berry, floral and sweet spices. It's full-bodied on the palate with very nice fruit-forward aroma replays, harmonious and showing plenty of finesse. Acids are very good, refined tannins and excellent finish length. A special wine to be enjoyed over the next 5-6 years. Tasted Nov/2016.
4.5 Stars
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La Rioja Alta Viña Ardanza Reserva 2009, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$59.95
Highly aromatic with earthy, wood spice, and savoury aromas. It is medium-full bodied on the palate with mature, savoury characters along with leather, earthy and hints of dried berry and floral notes. It has very good acidity while tannins are a touch grippy and the finish length is excellent. Enjoy over the next 6-7 years. 80/20 Tempranillo and Garnacha. Tasted Sept/2019.
4.5 Stars
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Groth Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Oakville, Napa Valley
California, Usa$112.20
Blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. The fragrant, medium-high to highly aromatic nose is elegantly rich and ripe with lovely red berry, currant, cassis, savoury earth, integrated oak spice, and dried herb aromas. The rich, concentrated, and full-bodied palate has flavours of vanillin and cedar oak, plus ripe red currant, red cherry, and hints of mineral and grilled pepper. It has juicy acids and smooth, refined, and well-structured tannins. Dried herbs and leafy linger on the finish, with excellent length. Tasted Apr. 2024.
4.5 Stars
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